ABOUT

The Journey

The journey continues renewed, energized, and empowered by our Volunteers, our Staff Members and Board.

Our Story

Ashiyanaa is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, that serves people of South Asian heritage with origins in the South Asian countries of Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

Under its old identity ( ASHA for Women ) Ashiyanaa has provided culturally sensitive support services since 1989 to South Asian women facing gender and interpersonal violence (also known as domestic violence), empowering them to become self-sufficient. Now, with its fresh, contemporary, and brand new identity,  Ashiyanaa is redefining its services to include all South Asians without gender bias, taking a clear direction towards inclusivity.

Our Mission

Empowering South Asians to lead peaceful lives with dignity, hope, and self-sufficiency by providing comprehensive and culturally-sensitive services. 

Our Values

Our work is guided and informed by our core values: HOME

Hope

eMpowerment

Open-mindedness

Equality